Divya Langhnoja

Divya Soni supports the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in advancing its mission of scientific and technological innovation through strategic procurement of specialized instrumentation, analytical services, and advanced technical solutions. While her official title is not listed, her procurement activities are central to acquiring high-precision equipment and expert services critical to NIST’s work in measurement science, semiconductor development, and advanced manufacturing. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning laboratory instrumentation, technical consulting, and IT-enabled research support, ensuring alignment with federal acquisition regulations and NIST’s mission-critical R&D objectives. Her primary contractor relationships include Quality Biological, Inc., ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES AND LABORATORIES (ATL) INTERNATIONAL, INC., and PHYSICAL ELECTRONICS USA, INC.—vendors known for supplying high-end analytical instruments, calibration services, and specialized lab systems. She also engages with merchant wholesalers and technical service providers to ensure timely access to cutting-edge hardware and software solutions. These partnerships reflect a preference for established suppliers with proven expertise in scientific and industrial applications, often requiring compliance with stringent NIST quality and traceability standards. Divya’s contracting patterns demonstrate a strong emphasis on small business participation, with over 40% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of acquisitions are unrestricted, she consistently supports socioeconomic programs, including 8(a), Women-Owned Small Business, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-asides, each accounting for approximately 0.4% of awards, reflecting a balanced commitment to inclusive procurement. Her procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), and 423430 (Computer and Peripheral Equipment Wholesalers), underscoring her expertise in securing mass spectrometers, semiconductor process controls, data analysis platforms, and precision measurement tools. Her work directly enables NIST’s leadership in standards development for emerging technologies and industrial innovation.